Course overview

Upping the mantle for movement arts education, Dance Inc India has launched CIMA- specifically designed and curated for unparalleled study of dance.

It is an all round , holistic, 360 degree program for future dancers to further enhance and uplift the dignity and standards of movement arts in our country on lines of international benchmarks.

CIMA provides top notch, hardcore dance training along with offering a Dance Ecosystem that brings together dancers and provide them opportunities to make dance a viable career option.

CIMA – Course Curriculum

 

  • 720 hours of certified training
  • Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 01:00 pm

 

  • Primary Subjects:-

           a) Jazz and stage Foundation
           b) Modern and Contemporary
           c) Ballet

 

  • Secondary Subjects:-
    a) Bharatnatyam
    b)Kalarripayattu/ Capoeira
    c) Iyengar Yoga

 

  • Workshops:-
    a) Hiphop
    b) Salsa & Ballroom
    c) Dance Hall
    d) Whacking & Vogueing
    e) Light and Sound design
    f) Video & Audio editing
    g) Physiotherapy
    h) Diet & Nutrition

 

  • Timings:- 

           a) Monday – Friday

           b) 08:30 am – 01:00 pm

 

Who is it for

 

  • Prior Experience is not required to join this course. However, it can prove to be a catalyst to get a grip on the training.

 

  • Training will be intense, professional and will eventually help you in getting further job opportunities in this field.

 

  • You should have a hunger to learn and to develop an overall personality as a dancer in this course.

Faculty

The teachers at CIMA are referred to as Dance Education Facilitators whose expertise is beyond just movement.

Facilitators at CIMA constitute, some of the biggest and renowned names in the field of movement arts in India, each having a cutting edge and unique style, experiential teaching methodology and unparalleled experience in this area.

At CIMA, you get the most hands-on experience of dance with teachers who have more than ten years of experience and an abundance of knowledge which is authentic, correct, systematic and structured.

The Facilitators at CIMA who you will learn from also provide you with exciting and invaluable opportunity to intern with them, as a part of the last month of your training, giving you an edge over the rest in the professional dance world.

How to apply 

 

 

  • Fill the online application form. For offline form, Contact us : 9558407259

 

  • You can also choose to apply for scholarship.

 

  • Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation mail.

 

  • After the confirmation mail, you can pay the token amount to complete your registration process.

Scholarship and Fees

  • Scholarships upto Rs.30,000 for CIMA on Merit Cum Need Basis.
  • The total fees of your 9 month course is Rs. 1,50,000
  • Instalment facility available and can be paid as follows:
  1. 50%  at the time of registration
  2. 30% in 3rd  month
  3. 20% in 6th month
  • To avail the scholarship you need to provide us with the following:
  1. Audition video to be uploaded
    • Any style can be performed for this audition
    • The video quality should be 1080 full HD with a plain background.
    • The clothing should be contrasting the background
    • Max duration of the video should be two minutes.
  2. Bank statement of the last financial year (to be mailed)
  3. Statement of purpose (Why should we give scholarship to you) [word limit:250 words].

CIMA FAQ

Q. How do I apply to the Certification Program?

A. Students who wish to apply for the certification program can visit the “How to apply” section on the website.

 

Q. Is there a fee to audition?

A. No, there is no fee to apply for the auditions. 

 

Q. How do I sign up for an audition?

A. You must fill out the online application form, and upload your audition video by following the instructions mentioned on the page. 

 

Q. How long must I wait to re-audition for a program if I have not been accepted the first time?

A. Students may audition once per announced batch. If you are not accepted at your first audition, you must wait until the following batch to try again.

 

Q. When will I be notified of my audition/application status?

A. Notification of acceptance will be sent by e-mail within two (2) weeks of an audition.

 

Q. May I receive a critical evaluation of my audition?

A. No. Dance Inc. India does not provide performance critiques or discuss the artistic panel’s decision after an audition.

 

Q. What is the scholarship amount that I can receive?

A. You can receive upto rs. 30,000/- scholarship.

 

Q. What determines the scholarship?

A. The decision to grant the scholarship and the amount therein is with the Core Team at Dance Inc. India. The scholarships are given on merit cum need basis. Your audition video, bank statement and statement of purpose determines the scholarship amount. 

 

Q. If I have never danced before, can I still be a part of the program?

A. Prior Experience is not required to join this course. However, it can prove to be a catalyst to get a grip on the training. You should have a hunger to learn and to develop an overall personality as a dancer in this course.

 

Q. What will be my opportunities Once I complete my CIMA course?

A. You’ll get placement assistance from our end.

  • During your course you would be subjected to learn under some of the renown dancers and movement artists of the country who are running their own respective establishments and working for their projects. Depending on your performance in the duration of the program, The Student Assistance Cell at Dance Inc. india will recommend your names to the faculty to work under them.
  • The CIMA program follows an 8+1 month module wherein 8 months will be rigorous training and for the last 1 month you can apply for the internships with your faculty. The faculty would float their internship requirements and the remuneration etc will be known at that time. Dance Inc. india can also provide for assistance to you in managing your expenses for the internship month, depending on your performance during the course. 
  • Depending on your performance in the duration of the program, you might also be selected to be a part of the Senior Company at Dance Inc. India
  • Depending upon your performance, you would also have an opportunity to become a part of our performing unit called LA CREST. 

 

Q. If I am not an Ahmedabad native, what are the accommodation options?

A. The Student Assistance Cell(SAC) will get you in touch with the nearby accommodation options and will also help regarding the city locations.

 

Q. Does the School provide assistance in finding housing for students coming from out of the state to study during the academic year?

A. Yes. The Student Assistance Cell(SAC) will get you in touch with the nearby accommodation options and will also help regarding the city locations.

 

Q. Is there a refund policy?

A. All fees and required tuition deposits are non-refundable , non-transferable. 

 

Q. In case of Covid lockdown , what will be the refund mechanism?

A. In case of Covid related lockdown the classes would be shut and would not resume until the lockdown lifts. Online classes WILL NOT be conducted for CIMA. The course duration will be pushed in case lockdown happens. Refund will not be possible. 

 

Q. What % of attendance is mandatory for the course?

A. It is mandatory to maintain 90% attendance in the course, failing which you will not be able to apply for the internship or be applicable for job assistance. 

 

Q. What if I want to withdraw from the course?

A. To obtain an official withdrawal, students must submit a Withdrawal Form to their Faculty Advisor, who will then submit it to The Dance Inc. India Core Team, The tuition charge will be assessed according to the student’s last date of attendance and the final call on it will be taken by the Core Team at Dance Inc. India.